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Definition of vedic
vedic
/ˈveɪ.dɪk/
ve · dic
vedic Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
• adjective
1
Relating to the Vedas, the ancient Indo-Aryan language in which they were composed, or the early historical period and culture of India associated with them.
Example
"The university course explores the philosophical evolution of Vedic hymns and rituals."
• noun
1
An archaic Indo-Aryan language that is the earliest attested form of Sanskrit and the language in which the Hindu Vedas were composed.
Example
"Scholars of historical linguistics study Vedic to reconstruct the phonology of Proto-Indo-European."
• Rhymes for vedic
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from 'Veda' (from Sanskrit 'veda', meaning 'sacred knowledge' or 'wisdom', from the root 'vid-' meaning 'to know') combined with the English suffix '-ic'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vedic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vedic